Chris Evans MP is looking for an enthusiastic, hard-working individual to join his busy team as a Parliamentary Assistant, based in his Islwyn constituency office, South Wales.

This is a full-time position on a fixed term contract for 12 months with the possibility of an extension and would suit a recent graduate or an individual looking to gain valuable political and office-based  experience. There will be a requirement to work occasional evenings and weekends.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage local campaigns. Ensuring the MP is kept informed on any arising local issues.
• Liaise with constituency stakeholders and form strong relationships with community groups in the constituency.
• Research and produce press releases, drafting newspaper articles, liaising with the media and meeting deadlines as appropriate.
• Assist with surgeries and handling of complex casework, as required.
• Organise, publicise and attend constituency meetings and events.
• Publicise the MP’s constituency and parliamentary activities.
• Manage and maintain the MP’s website content.
• Preparing media briefings.
• Produce traditional and electronic materials, including flyers and reports and surveys for use in constituency communications.
• Supporting the MP’s Parliamentary office and front bench responsibilities.

Knowledge and experience

• Excellent organisational and administrative skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good working knowledge of Welsh and UK politics.
• Retain records and information confidentially in line with GDPR.
• Good IT and media skills.
• Sympathetic to Labour Party values.